The average train between Penrith and Dunfermline takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith to Dunfermline. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Penrith and Dunfermline. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Dunfermline at 6:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Dunfermline station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Penrith to Dunfermline train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Dunfermline train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Dunfermline Town station.
Book your Penrith to Dunfermline train tickets online with TransPennine Express, ScotRail and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Penrith and Dunfermline is 162.5 km. The road distance is 213 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Dunfermline Town via Haymarket in around 2h 24m.